Active
Loving
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Gentle
Good-natured

Playful
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Reliable
Lively
Gentle
Kind
Trustworthy

Aussie Siberians are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Golden Shelties are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Aussie Siberians aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Golden Shelties are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Siberian Husky, Australian Shepherd

Golden Retriever and Sheltie

While the Aussie Siberian breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Golden Shelties typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Aussie Siberian has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Golden Sheltie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Aussie Siberians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Golden Shelties sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Aussie Siberian dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Golden Shelties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Walking, Shopping, Dressing up, Car ride, Play keep away, Tug-of-war, Nap, Swimming, Fetch, Parks, Hide & Seek, Dog Parks, Tag, Bubbles, Running, Outside time, Sleeping, Training tricks

Treat games

The Aussie Siberian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Golden Shelties require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Aussie Siberians are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Golden Sheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Aussie Siberians are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Golden Shelties can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Aussie Siberians are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Golden Shelties are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Aussie Siberians are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Golden Shelties are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Aussie Siberians are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Shelties are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Aussie Siberians are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Golden Shelties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Aussie Siberians are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Golden Shelties are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.